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State Document is a private service and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of State or any government agency. You can apply directly at travel.state.gov, tsa.gov, or cbp.gov.

State Document

Global Entry, Prepared for Your Interview

We complete your Global Entry application from your answers and check it before you submit it to CBP, then explain how the interview works.

State Document prepares and checks the application; the agency reviews it and issues the document. We are not affiliated with any government agency.

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All 50 states
Online preparation for applicants anywhere in the U.S.
Checked by a person
Every application is reviewed before you submit it.
Secure checkout
Payments by Stripe; your data is encrypted and never sold.
Money-back guarantee
Preparation fee refunded if we can't prepare your application.

How does it work?

1

Answer a short online form

Choose the Global Entry option you need and answer plain-English questions. No documents are needed to start.

2

We prepare and check the application

The official form is completed from your answers and checked against the agency's current rules. You get the form, a document checklist, and submission instructions.

3

You sign and submit; the agency issues

Follow the instructions to sign and submit (by mail, online, or in person as the agency requires). Track progress from your dashboard until the document arrives from the agency.

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Global Entry services in all 50 states

Everything happens online, so where you live doesn't change the process. We prepare the application; you sign and submit it the way the agency requires in your state.

U.S. citizens and, where the program allows, permanent residents.

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  • Alabama
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • District of Columbia
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Why choose State Document?

Specialist review

A person checks every application against the agency's current requirements before you submit.

Clear pricing

One preparation fee, shown before you pay. Government fees are listed separately and paid to the agency.

Checked before it leaves your hands

The errors that get applications returned (wrong form, missing field, non-compliant photo) are caught before you sign.

Money-back guarantee

If we can't prepare your application, our preparation fee is refunded.

Common questions

Global Entry. General questions →

Global Entry vs. TSA PreCheck: which is better?
Global Entry does everything TSA PreCheck does (expedited domestic security screening) and adds expedited U.S. customs and immigration when you fly back into the country. Because a Global Entry membership includes PreCheck at no extra cost, it's the better choice for anyone who travels internationally, and our service fee is $69 either way. PreCheck alone makes sense only if you never fly internationally.
Do you handle Global Entry renewals?
No. We only prepare new Global Entry applications. We don't handle renewals.
Do I really need a passport for Global Entry?
Yes, and it must be valid with at least 6 months remaining. If your passport is expiring, renew it first (we can help with that too). Without a valid passport, CBP won't approve your Global Entry application.
Why does the 5-year history matter so much?
CBP runs a federal background check that cross-references where you've lived, worked, and traveled. Gaps or inconsistencies in your history can flag your application for additional review or denial. Our wizard checks for gaps automatically and alerts you before submission.
How long does the whole process take?
Conditional approval from CBP usually takes 2–4 weeks. Then the in-person interview adds another 2–8 weeks depending on availability at your local enrollment center. Plan for 2–4 months total. Higher tiers include more help with interview scheduling, but CBP's review time is fixed.
What's the criminal history question really asking?
CBP requires you to disclose any arrests or convictions in any country, including charges that were dismissed or expunged. Honesty is critical. They'll find it in the background check anyway, and lying is automatic disqualification. If you have past arrests, we recommend disclosing them with brief context, since most non-violent issues don't disqualify you.
Can I get Global Entry if I'm not a U.S. citizen?
Yes. Lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders) and citizens of certain partner countries (Argentina, Bahrain, Brazil, Colombia, Germany, India, Mexico, Netherlands, Panama, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, UK) can apply. Our wizard checks your eligibility before you pay.
What happens at the interview?
10–20 minutes. CBP officer reviews your application, takes fingerprints, takes a photo, and may ask a few clarifying questions. Bring your passport and a second form of ID. Once approved, your KTN works immediately for both Global Entry and PreCheck.

Ready to start your Global Entry application?

Answer a short form today. We prepare and check the application; you sign and submit it, and the agency issues your document. Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund of our preparation fee.

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